East Texas Orofacial Myology

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East Texas Orofacial Myology

Orofacial Myofunctiional Therapy Evaluations can be made for assessment of tongue or lip ties. Both children and adults can receive therapy.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy consists of correction of improper tongue and lip resting postures, swallowing patterns, nail-biting, prolonged non-nutritive sucking habits such as thumb/finger sucking. These disorders/dysfunctions are termed-Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD's)

Certification is through the International Association of Orofacial Myology ( IAOM). Misty has over 25 years of experience in the dental field with a background in dental hygiene and is one of a few Board Certified Orofacial Myologists in Texas and the only Board Certified therapist in East Texas. She holds a BS in Oral Health Promotion and is passionate about helping patients live healthier lives through education and treatment/therapy. Treatment usually consists of a team approach that may include general Dentists, Pediodontists, Orthodontists, Oral Surgeons, Periodontists, Allergists, Ear-Nose & Throat specialists, Pediatricians, Sleep Medicine specialists, & Speech-Language Pathologists and most importantly the parent or caregiver. Hours are by appointment and location of therapy offices are in East Texas. East Texas Orofacial Myology opened in 2009. The hours are flexible helping to accommodate busy schedules.

01/24/2026

✨ Tongue Tie: It’s More Than Just a Release ✨

Thinking you or your child may have a tongue tie? 👅
A thorough, comprehensive evaluation is essential—and here’s why 👇

🔍 It’s not just about releasing a restriction
A tongue tie release is only one small piece of the puzzle. The true goal is restoring full, functional movement—without compensations.

👄 We assess the entire oral phase of the swallow
During a full evaluation, we look at everything working together:
✔️ Tongue movement & coordination
✔️ Lip and cheek muscle function
✔️ Jaw stability
✔️ Range of motion of the entire oral complex
✔️ Swallow patterns and muscle sequencing

🧠 The tongue learns compensations when tethered
If the tongue has been restricted, it has never learned proper movement patterns. Instead, the body adapts—often creating compensations that affect:
• Breathing 😮‍💨
• Swallowing 💧
• Speech 🗣️
• Oral development 🦷

🎯 The purpose of a release = FUNCTION
The release is not the finish line—it’s the starting point for teaching the tongue how to move correctly for the first time.

🧩 Why a full assessment matters
When we understand all the areas affected, we can:
✨ Create a proper plan
✨ Prevent ongoing compensations
✨ Support long-term success

🚫 It’s not just about “getting ready” for a release
✅ It’s about comprehensive care before and after
✅ It’s about restoring function, not just mobility

💬 If you’ve been told “just release it,” it may be time to ask deeper questions.
Function matters. Always. 💙

01/19/2026

Pacifiers can be soothing and supportive in the right season, but prolonged use may lead to changes we don’t always notice right away 👀

Here’s what we often see with extended pacifier habits:

🦷 Open bite formation – teeth don’t meet properly

👄 Open mouth posture – which can encourage mouth breathing

🌬️ Mouth breathing – impacting sleep, behavior, and overall health

🦷 Narrow palate – contributing to dental crowding and reduced airway space

👅 Improper tongue placement – affecting speech and swallowing patterns

⚠️ Over time, pacifier habits can also lead to additional oral habits, making the transition away even harder.

✨ There is a time and place for pacifiers—the key is knowing when and how to transition away to support healthy facial growth and function.

👉 If you’re struggling to remove the pacifier
👉 Or wondering if it’s impacting your child’s dental or facial development

💬 Reach out—I’m happy to help guide you through next steps.

12/13/2025

Spent the day learning the latest protocols & research from The Breathe Institute. So thankful to always learn and stay up to date to better support my clients with the leaders in this field of all things tongue tie & airway & sleep. 👅😮‍💨🦷😴

12/04/2025

🥳Congratulations to this cute little guy! 🎉
We are SO proud of him for successfully stopping his oral habit. His hard work, dedication, and consistency have truly paid off!

Watching kids build healthy habits that support proper growth, breathing, and confidence never gets old! 💙

Way to go 👏✨

11/29/2025

🌟 A heartfelt thank you! 🌟

Thank you for allowing me to support your orofacial myofunctional needs this year. I am truly grateful for our wonderful community and our families. 🤍

11/20/2025

🌙 Struggling with sleep? The answer might be in your mouth… literally.

Orofacial myofunctional therapy supports proper breathing, tongue posture, and muscle function — all of which play a major role in restful sleep. When the tongue rests low, the mouth stays open, or the airway isn’t supported, the body works harder at night than it should. This can lead to snoring, restlessness, mouth breathing, and even changes in facial growth in children.

✨ Through targeted exercises, myofunctional therapy helps:
🌬️ Encourage nasal breathing
👅 Promote stable tongue and lip posture
🌛 Improve airway support
😴 Reduce night-time restlessness
💨 Support more efficient oxygenation and deeper, restorative sleep

Healthy sleep starts with healthy function. When the muscles of the face, tongue, and airway work the way they’re designed to, the whole body benefits.

It’s also important to note that while myofunctional therapy can positively influence things like restlessness or even bedwetting because of improved breathwork and oral posture, it is not a direct treatment for those concerns. Many families benefit from a collaborative approach, working with additional allied health professionals to support the best outcome.

10/21/2025

Many of you may already know me, but if you’re new here or just starting to explore myofunctional therapy, I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. As a Certified Orofacial Myologist, I’m dedicated to supporting my community through education, guidance, and advocacy for lasting results. If you are curious if myofunctional therapy is right for you or your child, I’ll be happy to connect and share more.

10/07/2025

🎉Congratulations 🎉to this fun little guy who eliminated his oral habit. It’s such a joy to see young people overcome a hard habit but given the right tools and family support it’s sets them up for success! Well done my little friend 👍🏻😊

10/03/2025

✨ This year’s IAOM conference was packed with valuable insights! From updated prevention strategies and early orthodontic approaches to the latest tongue-tie protocols—it was full of relevant, timely information. 💡 👅🦷

Dr Audrey Yoon always brings the best information and protocols for early orthodontic/airway intervention and treatment as well as Dr Baxter sharing his latest insights on tongue & lip tie protocols. Dr Sekiguchi from Japan discussing a holistic approach with myofunctional therapy.

I especially loved the focus on how myofunctional therapy plays a supportive role in each of these areas, helping create lasting results for children and adults alike. 🙌💙

09/16/2025

😴 Tired of waking up tired?
It might not be your bedtime… it might be your breathing.

Myofunctional therapy helps retrain your muscles for healthier breathing and sleep postures—a key piece of the puzzle to better sleep and a true energy reset. ✨

Wake up refreshed. Breathe better. Sleep deeper. 💤

08/10/2025

“Breathe. Sleep. Eat. Learn. 💪📚”
Back-to-school success starts with healthy habits:

👃 Nose breathing for focus & immunity
💤 Quality sleep for brain power
🥦 Nutrient-packed functional foods for all-day energy

Is your child struggling with mouth breathing, restless sleep, or a poor diet?
These small changes can make a big difference in health, focus, and school performance!

🍏Comment Healthy Starts for more info. 🍎

08/07/2025

🥳Congratulations to the sweet girl for eliminating an oral habit! 🎉

Thanks to her pediatric dentist .kids.dentistry for recognizing the need for myofunctional therapy! 🍭🤩

Collaboration is key in setting children up for a healthy oral environment.

Address

2461 Earl Campbell Pky
Tyler, TX
75701

Telephone

+19035048586

Website

http://www.easttexasorofacialmyology.com/

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